• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.3 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 720.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 720.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm HS10 advantages over Fujifilm HS20EXR

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.39 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    13.6 fps vs 8.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Fujifilm HS20EXR advantages over Fujifilm HS10

  • More dots on screen
    460k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    16.0 vs 10.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Canon SX30 IS

Fujifilm HS10
Canon SX30 IS
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • RAW file ability
  • $440
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Fujifilm HS20EXR
Canon SX30 IS
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • More dots on screen
  • $440
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Canon SX40 HS

Fujifilm HS10
Canon SX40 HS
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • RAW file ability
  • $342
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Fujifilm HS20EXR
Canon SX40 HS
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • More dots on screen
  • $342
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Fujifilm HS30EXR

Fujifilm HS10
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • More dots on screen
Fujifilm HS20EXR
Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Fujifilm HS25EXR

Fujifilm HS10
Fujifilm HS25EXR
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More dots on screen
Fujifilm HS20EXR
Fujifilm HS25EXR
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive

Compared to Fujifilm HS50EXR

Fujifilm HS10
Fujifilm HS50EXR
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Fujifilm HS20EXR
Fujifilm HS50EXR
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
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